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Drowning in childhood and adolescence: A population-based study

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  • Wintemute, G.J.
  • Kraus, J.F.
  • Teret, S.P.
  • Wright, M.

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We present the results of a residence-based study of drownings among Sacramento County, California children and adolescents ages 0-19 years for the years 1974-84. Children ages 1-3 had the highest drowning rates. The majority of drownings in this group, and one-third of all drownings in the study, occurred in residential swimming pools. Males ages 15-19 had a high drowning rate as well; at least 38 per cent of drownings in that age group were alcohol-associated. The implications for preventive efforts are discussed.

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  • Wintemute, G.J. & Kraus, J.F. & Teret, S.P. & Wright, M., 1987. "Drowning in childhood and adolescence: A population-based study," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 77(7), pages 830-832.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:1987:77:7:830-832_3
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